April Night Shift Music Industry Mixer on the East Side
Wednesday, April 8th | 7pm - 10pm
We’re excited to host the April Night Shift Music Industry mixer at HowMuchStudios, one of East Austin’s most dynamic creative new production spaces.
Night Shift is where Austin’s musicians, industry professionals, producers, creatives, and music lovers come together to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the culture that makes this city the Live Music Capital of the World.
Whether you're a performer, songwriter, manager, venue owner, or simply someone who loves supporting live music, Night Shift is designed to be a welcoming space to meet the people behind Austin’s music ecosystem.
A New East Austin Creative Hub
The studio offers a versatile indoor lounge and event space with seating for up to 100 guests, complete with comfortable sofas, pop-up seating, and a bar area that creates an intimate environment for networking, conversation, and live performances.
In addition to the indoor space, the venue features multiple creative rooms used for production, recording, and content creation, giving the studio the feel of a true working creative hub.
One of the highlights of the venue is its large covered outdoor patio and performance stage, which will host the Night Shift open mic session.
HowMuchStudios is designed to support showcases, listening parties, artist debuts, exhibits, and private music industry events, with professional live sound, lighting, and engineering available to help bring creative ideas to life.
The venue also includes projection capabilities, custom lighting options, lasers, haze effects, and production support, creating a unique environment where artists can fully express their creative vision.
📅 Wednesday, April 8, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 HowMuchStudios – East Austin
6910 Shirley Ave Suite L, Austin, TX 78752
⚠️ RSVP required by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, April 7
🎤 Open Mic on the Patio Stage
One of the most exciting parts of Night Shift is the open mic session, where artists have a chance to share their music with a supportive community.
Expect a diverse mix of:
🎸 Singer-songwriters
🎤 Vocalists and bands
🎧 Producers and collaborators
🎶 Surprise performances from Austin artists
Whether you’re stepping on stage or enjoying the performances from the crowd, the open mic creates some of the most authentic moments of the night.
Why Night Shift Exists
Night Shift isn’t just a networking event—it’s a community-building platform for Austin’s music ecosystem.
Each mixer brings together musicians and industry professionals in a relaxed environment where real relationships are formed and new collaborations begin.
Many artists who attend Night Shift have met bandmates, collaborators, producers, booking contacts, and creative partners right in the room.
It’s also a chance to learn more about the work Austin Texas Musicians (ATXM) is doing to support the local music community through:
• Advocacy for musicians and venues
• Education and career development programs
• Industry networking opportunities
• Community initiatives designed to strengthen Austin’s music economy
Join the Community
If you’ve been looking for a place to meet the people behind Austin’s music scene, Night Shift is the room where it happens.
Come ready to connect, share ideas, and experience live performances from the incredible artists who make Austin special.
🎶 Meet musicians and industry leaders
🎶 Perform during the open mic
🎶 Discover new collaborations
🎶 Support Austin’s creative community
Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early. Come be part of the conversation—and the music. 🎶
